Citizenship
Guidance on naturalization processes, dual citizenship options, citizenship by investment, and the rights and responsibilities of new citizens.
Malta work permit scam: Man charged for using fake passport
Malta enforces tough penalties on fake passport and work permit fraud, prosecuting both locals and foreigners. Victims risk losing money and deportation, while real applicants face delays. Authorities cooperate with…
Germany plans to end 3-Year Path to Citizenship under Friedrich Merz
Germany’s expedited 3-Year Path to Citizenship ends under Chancellor Friedrich Merz, with the standard five-year requirement and dual…
France raises language requirements in new citizenship rules
France now demands B2-level French for citizenship, including via marriage. Stricter language and civic knowledge tests take effect…
Erika Reunites With Newborn Daughter After ICE Detention
Guatemalan mother Erika’s story spotlights birthright citizenship and harsh migrant realities after ICE separated her from U.S.-born Emily.…
22 women with Pakistani citizenship found living in Moradabad for decades
Twenty-two Pakistani women, married to Indian men, live legally in Moradabad with over 500 family members. While children…
EU citizenship redefined after Court of Justice ruling on Malta
The meaning and requirements of EU citizenship are changing following the CJEU’s ruling against Malta’s investment scheme. Some…
Allahabad High Court rejects petition on Rahul Gandhi’s citizenship
Rahul Gandhi’s eligibility as Member of Parliament was confirmed after the Allahabad High Court dismissed the dual citizenship…
Indian parents leave unaccompanied Indian minors at US border
More than 1,600 unaccompanied Indian minors have been stopped at US borders since 2022, due to parents’ hope…
Ukraine moves closer to legalizing multiple citizenship by 2025
Ukraine’s planned multiple citizenship law—expected by late 2025—enables most citizens, emigrants, and their descendants to retain Ukrainian nationality…
Bangladesh maintains online applications for dual citizenship certificate
Bangladesh’s online system for dual citizenship certificate applications is active, not awaiting a new launch. Eligible applicants can…